The goal of motivated behavior is often to _____________ a drive
A) reduce
B) maximize
C) maintain
D) create
Answer: A
Rationale: Drives are the physiological triggers that tell us we may be deprived of something and cause us to seek out what is needed, such as food. Therefore, the goal of behavior occurs in response to a drive is to reduce the drive. For example, the response to hunger is to eat.
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